What is the cheapest way to get from Ostend to Arras?

The cheapest way to get from Ostend to Arras is to bus which costs €9 - €20 and takes 3h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ostend to Arras?

The fastest way to get from Ostend to Arras is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €20 - €30.

Is there a direct bus between Ostend and Arras?

No, there is no direct bus from Ostend to Arras. However, there are services departing from Ostend - Coach Parking and arriving at Arras via Lille. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ostend and Arras?

No, there is no direct train from Ostend to Arras. However, there are services departing from Ostende and arriving at Arras via Courtrai and Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Ostend to Arras?

The distance between Ostend and Arras is 150 km. The road distance is 136.9 km.

How do I travel from Ostend to Arras without a car?

The best way to get from Ostend to Arras without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs €9 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Ostend to Arras?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Ostend to Arras, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Arras bus from?

Ostend to Arras bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Ostend - Coach Parking station.

Where do I catch the Ostend to Arras train from?

Ostend to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Ostende station.

Train or bus from Ostend to Arras?

The best way to get from Ostend to Arras is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs €9 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €65 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Ostend to Arras bus arrive?

Ostend to Arras bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lille - Europe Train Station.

Where does the Ostend to Arras train arrive?

Ostend to Arras train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Courtrai station.

Can I drive from Ostend to Arras?

Yes, the driving distance between Ostend to Arras is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Ostend to Arras.

Where can I stay near Arras?

There are 284+ hotels available in Arras.

Ostend to Arras - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ostend to Arras by bus, train (TGV), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Lille - Europe Train Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Lille to Arrasbus 781
3h 40m
€10–19
Train
1. Take the train from Ostende to Courtraitrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Courtrai to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
3. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Arrastrain Ter
3h 50m
€33–64
Drive 136.9 km
1. Drive from Ostend to Arrascar 136.9 km
1h 24m
€21–30

Ostend to Arras by bus

3Weekly Buses

3h 40mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.4 km
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Ostend, Belgium and Arras, France?

You can take a bus from Ostend - Coach Parking to Arras via Lille - Europe Train Station and Lille in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ostende to Arras via Courtrai, Lille Flandres, and Lille Flandres in around 3h 50m.

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